So I'm sat at my desk when the phone rings....

I put mine on CV library and ive never had so many phone calls. My missus thought I had turned into a drug dealer or something. :rofl:

First time ive changed jobs and it was an eye opener how much work there is out there really. It finds you as well if you put yourself out there on job sites :thup:
 
CMAC said:
you can go to a tribunal at anytime- no restrictions on 2 years service these days. Tell her to call ACAS, they pick up the phone quickly and are exceptional with advice.
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I thought that the law changed last April, no right of wrongful dismissal unless you have been with the company for 2 years. As such, a company can dismiss without grounds at any stage in the first 24 months of employment (unless you fall in to one of the protected discrimination categories). Bearing that in mind, the company do not even need to go through this convoluted redundancy process, all they need to do is serve notice terminating the employment.
 
Sorry to hear the awful news. Can't offer you much in the way of help or advice, but my Mrs was made redundant 18 months ago. She had been there 8 years and towards the end, knew she needed a shove. Now she's stress free in a new job and she is way happier out the door.

Golf's cheaper up here anyway! Best of luck with the hunt.
 
I was made redundant 5 years ago having only joined the company a month previously! They were a client i'd worked with for 7 years and left a nice comfy position to do so. At the time I thought my world was ending, very little in savings and got paid nothing in redundancy and it was mid November so not an ideal time to be job hunting.

Started up my own business (accidentally) after a few other clients offered me work to help out and realised that the mortgage was paid for 6 months and so I'd have more time to look for work. Never got around to looking for work and sat here now (5 years later) wondering how I'd ever go back to work for anyone ever again.

Not sure I'd have been brave enough to go out on my own so being forced to was a silver lining in the end.
 
road2ruin said:
I was made redundant 5 years ago having only joined the company a month previously! They were a client i'd worked with for 7 years and left a nice comfy position to do so. At the time I thought my world was ending, very little in savings and got paid nothing in redundancy and it was mid November so not an ideal time to be job hunting.

Started up my own business (accidentally) after a few other clients offered me work to help out and realised that the mortgage was paid for 6 months and so I'd have more time to look for work. Never got around to looking for work and sat here now (5 years later) wondering how I'd ever go back to work for anyone ever again.

Not sure I'd have been brave enough to go out on my own so being forced to was a silver lining in the end.
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I like hearing that kind of positive story- what line of business are you in?
 
CMAC said:
I like hearing that kind of positive story- what line of business are you in?
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I run a market research agency from home. Allows me freedom to do my own thing and enjoy the lifestyle. We've just had our first baby however and I'm now eyeing up the garage for a little peace and quiet!
 
Liverbirdie said:
Where might you move back to, and what type of job are you interested in.
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Been sitting here this afternoon thinking about what job I'm interested in and you know what I fancy a change (again) management accounts actually bores me, practice accounts bores me even more (probably why I spend so much time logged on on here) might be time for a real change!
 
Sorry to hear that mate, good luck with the job hunting or the change of direction. I'd like to offer some useful advice but fortunately never been in that position so not a lot of help there (I know, not for the first time before someone else says it).
 
cookelad said:
Been sitting here this afternoon thinking about what job I'm interested in and you know what I fancy a change (again) management accounts actually bores me, practice accounts bores me even more (probably why I spend so much time logged on on here) might be time for a real change!
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Golf club manager?
 
cookelad said:
Been sitting here this afternoon thinking about what job I'm interested in and you know what I fancy a change (again) management accounts actually bores me, practice accounts bores me even more (probably why I spend so much time logged on on here) might be time for a real change!
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I was at the point of being made redundant 25 years ago when my employers went into receivership. A pal and I remortgaged our houses, bought some assets and started our own plant and tool hire business. We packed up a few weeks ago after 25 years, to develop our premises as an industrial development and semi retire

It takes hard work and commitment but with that, and perseverance, anyone can do it.

Maybe turn pro golfer .... You seem to take the money whenever you play in our meets!!
 
chrisd said:
I was at the point of being made redundant 25 years ago when my employers went into receivership. A pal and I remortgaged our houses, bought some assets and started our own plant and tool hire business. We packed up a few weeks ago after 25 years, to develop our premises as an industrial development and semi retire

It takes hard work and commitment but with that, and perseverance, anyone can do it.

Maybe turn pro golfer .... You seem to take the money whenever you play in our meets!!
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2 1sts and 2 2nds in 5 meets isn't a bed return but sadly the winnings haven't covered expenses/entry & green fees so probably not a viable option!

I'd love to start up on my own/with friend but have absolutely no idea of what, the only thing that comes to mind is a pub - just have to go back in for the BIIAB again!

http://www.caterer.com/JobSearch/JobDetails.aspx?JobId=60885297&Keywords=golf&PageNum=3
 
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Maninblack4612 said:
Don't do it! I was a bank manager in a former life & had more pubs go bust than anything else. If it' s a tenancy the brewery dictate how much rent you pay & how much you buy the beer for & fix it so you work your whatsits off & can't make a living.
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Don't worry I'm not a "city folk" with no experience of the industry but fancies a go at it, I've had dealings with Enterprise/Punch etc and know how they 'operate' - I'd rather do business with Tony Soprano than Punch Taverns!
 
I wish you all the best with your jobhunt. I've been made redundant four times (so far), the first time hurts like hell but you'll get through it. After that its no problem, one door shuts and another one opens. Word of mouth is usually the best way to secure your next position so make sure all of your contacts know your situation and that you're available. See it as an opportunity and not a setback :)
 
Tarkus1212 said:
I wish you all the best with your jobhunt. I've been made redundant four times (so far), the first time hurts like hell but you'll get through it. After that its no problem, one door shuts and another one opens. Word of mouth is usually the best way to secure your next position so make sure all of your contacts know your situation and that you're available. See it as an opportunity and not a setback :)
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Cheers mate, this is my second in a row, the victim of two mergers (technically one was a takeover) I'm still really positive about it might need to ask me again on January 31st if no new job has materialised!
 
Good Luck to you , one door closer and others will open , trust me on that , stay positive , I had a very unhappy in last year at work , I had one railway suicide to many and with all my my other troubles i decided to retire early , well things and my life have change , i got married for the 1st time to my girlfriend of 5 years and now will be a father in the new year . I also got another Railway job , nice number and more relax about everything i am . at one point last year I was as low as one can get , so you stay positive and things will turn out for the better :thup:
 
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